LOCATION

This retreat will take place on the island of Crete in Greece.

Retreat into Simplicity 

Our retreat embodies the essence of simplicity, inviting you to dive deep into your yoga and your soul.

Immerse yourself in the timeless and healing beauty of this raw, expansive landscape and the refreshing mediterranean sea of high summer.

On this undone retreat, experience less structure and more space to create a sense of deep serenity, held within a group of like-minded souls.

Awaken the body and mind each morning with a longer practice of pranayama (breath work), deeper asana, and shavasana, all in the cool morning air, perfectly setting you up for the day.

The funky Dragon Bay Cafe will be serving a delicious daily brunch, with stunning views across the bay, and relaxing hammocks to rest and digest.

Given the time of year, the afternoons are completely yours to follow your hearts desires. Whether thats lazing on a rock, soaking up the mediterranean vibes, or visiting a local taverna for lunch, the wild environment will allow you to relax and re-energise.

Early evenings are about a return to the cool for a mellow restorative session. These are designed to soothe the nervous system flowing through a yin and yoga nidra practice, sound work and guided mediations.

Dinner will take place on the veranda of a traditional Greek taverna overlooking the beautiful bay. Each meal is a celebration of the flavours of Crete, using locally sourced, fresh ingredients.

Evenings are simple too; amazing dark skies and near enough zero light pollution, offering clear sightings of the milky way constellation.

Below the Dragon bay cafe, there is a cool, small bar literally carved into the rocks, which hosts occasional live music from local traveling musicians.  

Here, in sleepy dragon bay (its affectionate local nickname), you will experience a truly grounding energy flowing through the rocks into your soul.

A place to simply exhale, chill and be at one

with love.

Annie

retreat house

Relax in the comfort of our private retreat centre nestled within hotel estate. From double twin to single occupancy rooms, each accommodation with AIR CON and offers a peaceful sanctuary where you can rest and recharge. We have our own private dedicated yoga shalla in the apartment aslo just for our group.

LOCATION

Nestled along the unspoilt, wild and raw southern coast of Crete, this coastal village is a well-kept secret cherished by locals and beloved by yoga seekers from around the globe.

Tucked away at the tip of the Melissa Cape, surrounded by sun-kissed rock pools, endless clear water, swimming spots, and almost timeless air, with very little commercial development.
Authentically Greek, totally unpretentious and absolutely simple . 

What's included

• Daily morning yoga practice

• Early evening Pranayama & Meditation

• Plenty of free time to explore the surrounding areas, relax at the beach & swim

• Daily brunch and dinner

• 6 nights accommodation

What's not included

• Flights

• Lunch

• Taxi transfers to and from airports

• Massage (50 GBP for 60 minutes)

• Excursions

retreat itinerary example

Day 1

• Arrival

• Welcome dinner

Day 2 - 6

• 07:30/45 - 09:30 morning yoga practice (Pranayama & Vinyasa, Shavasana)

• 10:00 Buffet brunch

• Free time

• 18:00 - 19:00 x2/3 sessions over the week

  (Restorative/Yin yoga, yoga Nidra & guided meditations)

• 20:00 Buffet dinner

Day 7

• Bunch and departures

The following meals are included:

The retreat includes a daily vegetarian brunch and dinner.

There will be dinner on the day of arrival and brunch on the day of departure.

At brunch you will be provided with tea, coffee, and fresh orange juice. The hotel will provide a buffet dinner and people are free to order and pay for their own drinks.

Meals are vegetarian and your hosts can cater to all specific dietary requirements, provided you notify them in advance. Meat or fish options are available at the welcome dinner and final evening.

retreat house

You will be accommodated in in double twin or single studios rooms.

Rooms & Pricing

***** EARLY BIRD SPECIAL £950 ******

Early bird on share twin only limited time only

Shared rooms - £1045

Single occupancy/mezzanine Studio - £1350

Twin Room - x2 single beds, ensuite bathroom, with balcony and sea views

Mezzanine studio - double bed on a split level with living room and kitchenette, ensuite bathroom & patio

All studios are fully furnished and they have a private WC with shower. They are equipped with kitchenette, TV, air conditioning with cold or warm air and solar water heater.

In the area of the complex there is a separate 50 m2 interior YOGA SHALLA and a veranda of the same size

Getting there

Recommended Airports & PRICES

GATWICK UK - CHQ Chania International Airport

APPROX £339 return with EASY JET direct Arrival the 5th August either @ 8am /11.20am - depart the 11th

BRISTOL UK - HER Heraklion International Airport

APPROX £536 return with TUI arrival the 5th August bristol - depart the 12th. One night in Heraklion. I can suggest hotels, this is a great opportunity to visit the small city and the amazing museums.

NICE FRANCE - HER Heraklion International Airport

APPROX £350/400 return with AEGEAN /SWISS plus stop (over Athens). Depart the 4th and one night in Heraklion. I can suggest hotels, this is a great opportunity to visit the small city and the amazing museums.

A taxi transfer can be pre-organised by Annie, in groups of 4 to 8 people, the price is approx 150 euros each way. It's 1 hour and 50 minutes from Chania or Heraklion airport.

Secure your space

First come first served basis for the EARLY BIRD SPACES (only four available) and on full payment only for the twin rooms

Payment plan options are available with a non refundable deposit of £150. Contact me more for details.

BOOKING ENQUIRY FORM

Annie Hernon

teacher & HOst